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a cold beverage that is usually sweet, does not contain alcohol, and is often sold in bottles or cans
the sandwich comes with chips and a soft drink
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Recent Examples of soft drink
The combo includes the two-patty burger, value fries and a value soft drink, available for the entire month of January.
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Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
Do as the locals do and grab a bag of chips, a soft drink and a cookie with your sub.
—Sarah Blaskovich, Dallas Morning News, 1 Jan. 2026
The soft drink remains the same, but grabbing a Coke with your name on it can cultivate a sense of connection with everyone else who has it.
—Ishani Banerji, The Conversation, 3 Dec. 2025
Veterans with a valid military ID can receive a free Egg McMuffin meal, which includes a hash brown and any size soft drink, tea or coffee.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, Louisville Courier Journal, 11 Nov. 2025
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Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
Do as the locals do and grab a bag of chips, a soft drink and a cookie with your sub.
—Sarah Blaskovich, Dallas Morning News, 1 Jan. 2026
The soft drink remains the same, but grabbing a Coke with your name on it can cultivate a sense of connection with everyone else who has it.
—Ishani Banerji, The Conversation, 3 Dec. 2025
Veterans with a valid military ID can receive a free Egg McMuffin meal, which includes a hash brown and any size soft drink, tea or coffee.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, Louisville Courier Journal, 11 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for soft drink
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For reasons both too silly and too complicated to go into, the two men’s friendship ends and Jay winds up becoming a huge pop star as a solo act — and eventually, a fugitive from the law.—
Frank Scheck,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Feb. 2026
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This versatile dairy staple can bulk up a breakfast smoothie, anchor a marinade for lamb and other meats, form the base of classic dips like tzatziki, and transform ice pops into high-protein, healthy desserts—adding tang, tenderness, and creaminess along the way.—
Joe Sevier,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
9 Feb. 2026
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In addition to afternoon refreshments, Dave and Tonia keep guests well taken care of with s’mores kits to enjoy by the outdoor firepit, homemade ice cream sandwiches during warm months, and complimentary coffee, tea, soda, trail mix, and candy always available in common areas.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
8 Feb. 2026
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Its namesake drink is still the best-selling soda.—
Sarah Whitten,Sara Salinas,Sarah Jackson,Leslie Josephs,
CNBC,
8 Feb. 2026
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“Soft drink.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soft%20drink. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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